Espresso Chocolate Almond Energy Bites
Espresso Chocolate Almond Energy Bites
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon ground espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds, toasted, optional
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond butter, honey, ground espresso powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, chia seeds, and vanilla extract.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a sticky dough forms. You may need to use your hands to ensure everything is well combined.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped almonds (if using), distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. This recipe should yield approximately 12-15 bites.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Place the energy bites on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
⏱️ 30 min
- 6
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftover energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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Espresso Chocolate Almond Energy Bites
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon ground espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds, toasted, optional
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond butter, honey, ground espresso powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, chia seeds, and vanilla extract.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a sticky dough forms. You may need to use your hands to ensure everything is well combined.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped almonds (if using), distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. This recipe should yield approximately 12-15 bites.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Place the energy bites on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
⏱️ 30 min - 6
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftover energy bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.